Argument Research Essay

Argument Research Essay

For this assignment, you will write a classical argument research essay. You will be taking a position that you debated in class and arguing for that position. If you would prefer to focus on a different topic, you may only proceed if there is written permission from your teacher through email or what’s app.

Instructions:

This essay will require that you:

• Use critical reading to gather material for writing
• Think critically and logically to reach sound judgment
• Develop a position with well-supported arguments
• Present a reasonable and formal tone
• Document secondary sources appropriately using APA guidelines

Requirements:

You must submit different sections of this research project, which will make up the process grade.

In-class assignments: 10 % (The percentages are subject to slight changes)

• Completing in-class work (submitting on ilearn)
• Meeting in-class writing deadlines: (having work to show your teacher)
• Demonstrating knowledge of your topic during discussions with your teacher
• Writing Center Visit
• Peer Review

Final Essay: 15%

Additional Requirements:

• Your essay should contain a title, in-text citations and a reference list in APA. Cover page and the whole essay should be formatted in APA.

• Final Draft will be submitted on ilearn through safeassign
• Use 12-point, Times New Roman font, double-space
• Paper must be correctly formatted in APA (cover page, margins, references)
• Provide a References page
• Length: 1200 words.
• At least five academic scholarly sources. These must be from reputable sources following the evaluation guidelines we discussed in class. Print sources available only in print are not permitted.

Schedule:

Please note that the process grade for this essay is 10%. Failure to produce the required writing in class, meet the writing deadlines, take notes on your sources  and produce your sources if necessary will result in a reduction of grades.[unique_solution]

April 9: Structures of an Argumentative Essay

Continue Debates

April 13: Outline and thesis due

Discussion of Body Paragraphs

April 15: Two Body Paragraphs Due

Discussion of Counterarguments

April 20: Two Counterarguments Due

Discussion of Introductions and Conclusions

April 21^st: To receive my feedback, you must send me your draft by April 21^st.

April 22: Essay discussions

Conclusions

Final questions and formatting

Essay is due Saturday, April 25 at 11:55pm.

Structure of the Essay

Cover Page

Introduction: The introduction contains an attention getter, appropriate entry to the topic, and research question(s)/ research thesis.

Body: The body of the paper presents a well-structured and logically argued discussion. It includes paragraphs and counterarguments/refutations that reflect the paper organization and supports all points/arguments with credible source material. The body also synthesizes multiple sources and cites definitions of key terms/ideas. It demonstrates originality, critical thinking and in-depth analysis.

Conclusion: The conclusion restates main points, comes to logical conclusion from evidence, gives answer(s) to research question(s), and makes final comment(s). § final comment(s) could refer to suggestions for further investigation, comments about significance, reference to attention getter in introduction, etc.

References: This is an APA style reference list, containing all and only the sources cited in the paper.

Please look at the steps below to help you plan for your argumentative essay:

1. Make a list of arguments. Since every controversy (argument) has two sides, you should be aware of both sides.
2. Based on the information you have, decide on a tentative thesis.
3. Select a suitable number of strong arguments (the strongest you have on your list.).
4. Organize your arguments in order of importance and strength. Consider your audience (in this case, your classmates and me). Is each of your arguments interesting, valuable, and valid for your audience? Arranging the arguments from least to most important may help build your argument but you can also start off with your strongest one. In your outline, try it both ways and see which works best for your essay.
5. Use supporting material to prove that each of your arguments is strong, viable, and correct. Supporting techniques in argumentation are the same as they are in any other essay: facts, examples, physical description, and personal experience.
6. Be sure to show an awareness of the counterarguments, and anticipate opposition.
7. You can refute counterarguments in one of the following ways:
   • Correct your opponent’s facts: show they are UNTRUE/INCORRECT.
   • Deny that the counterargument is related to the topic: show it is IRRELEVANT.
   • Compromise: although the counterargument is true, it is not enough to overcome your arguments: show it is INSUFFICIENT.